Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
ECRA-0286
Organization's ID:
ET203T
Organization:
Eastwick College
Location:
Classroom-based
Length:
12 weeks (36 hours)
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 3 Computer Technology, Computer Electronics, or Computer Engineering
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to introduce students to the principles of electronic communication systems. Students will learn the fundamentals of AM and FM receivers, Binary data communication, principles of transmission lines, and antennas. In addition, students will study mobile technology, cellular phone technology, and other telecommunication systems. Troubleshooting techniques will be applied to a wide range of special test equipment used in electronic communication.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Find the Signal to Noise Ratio in db, calculating from the signal levels of the receiver
  • Utilize Fourier Theory and Series table to calculate harmonic components of the Wave
  • Learn the advantages and disadvantages of DSB and SSB Modulation
  • Understand the differences between AM and FM
  • Manage Power Amplifiers for radio Transmitters
  • Work with cell phone technologies
  • Understand the parameters of an AM envelope and AM wave form equations
  • Understand the Modulator and Demodulator Circuits
  • Become familiar with Binary communication
  • Learn the techniques of Multiplexing, Data Transmission
  • Troubleshoot transmission lines and antennas
  • Become familiar with the New Mobile Technology

General Topics:

  • Communication systems
  • Amplitude Modulation (AM)
  • Fundamentals of Frequency Modulation (FM)
  • Digital communication techniques
  • Radio transmitters
  • Communication receivers
  • Multiplexing and de-multiplexing
  • Transmission of Binary data in communication systems
  • Transmission lines
  • Antennas and wave propagation
  • Cell phone technologies
  • Wireless technologies
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials
  • Lectures

Methods of Assessment:

  • Examinations

Minimum Passing Score:

70%
Supplemental Materials